General · 9 July 2026

FIFA rejects Egypt claim Argentina World Cup game was rigged

FIFA has strongly rejected claims by Egypt's football association that their World Cup match against Argentina was "clearly rigged". The rejection follows two key decisions by French referee Francois Letexier which went against Egypt in the Round of 16 clash. Pierluigi Collina, FIFA's Chief Refereeing Officer, stated that match officials always make honest decisions.

By BriefTea Editorial · 9 July 2026 at 13:50

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